Save

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Where to?

Dates

May 2026

5

June 2026

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Laundry room

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Explore the area

550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA, 92020

Place, Superior Court East County Division
‪10 min walk‬
Place, The Magnolia
‪12 min walk‬
Place, Parkway Plaza
‪15 min walk‬
Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Good

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Very good

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

2 Double Bed Accessible Roll in Shower Mic Fridge

Sleeps 4

Queen Room

Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed | Ada/Ri Shower/Micfridge

Sleeps 2

Room With Two Double Beds

Sleeps 4

Guest Room With 2 Full Beds, Mini Fridge, Tub-Accessible

Sleeps 4

2 Full Beds | Micfridge

Sleeps 4

Room With 2 Full Beds And Mini Fridge

Sleeps 4

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4

About the area

El Cajon

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego puts you in the heart of El Cajon, within a 20-minute stroll of Superior Court East County Division and The Magnolia. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this El Cajon motel include Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo.

View more Motels in El Cajon

What's nearby

Knox House Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Superior Court East County Division - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
The Magnolia - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Parkway Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

Arnele Avenue Station - 2 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive
‪Food Court - ‬3 min drive
‪Golden Corral - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this El Cajon motel.

182 guestrooms or units

2 levels

5 buildings

Deli

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Staff members are multilingual

Garden

Outdoor picnic space

ATM

Smoking in designated areas

Microwave in a common area

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature blackout curtains. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This El Cajon motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Fenced pool
Laundry facilities
Pool gate
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Shared microwave
Vending machine

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Outdoors

Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Phone accessibility kit
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

2 floors
5 buildings
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Limited room service

More

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 20

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are welcome and stay free
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 65 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

6 San Diego El Cajon

Motel 6 El Cajon San Diego

Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon

El Cajon Motel Six

Motel 6 El Cajon

Motel 6 San Diego - El Cajon Hotel El Cajon

Motel Six El Cajon

El Cajon Motel 6

Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon

6 El Cajon, Ca Diego El Cajon

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Motel

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego El Cajon

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Motel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego on 20 May 2026 start from AU$120, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Yep, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego has a free self car park.

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have a pool?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

No, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Reviews

7.4

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

Richard

Business traveller

22 Jan 2026

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Zero hot water, keys that didn't work, remote that didn't work, and guests that were so profane and disgusting, that the police were called on them at 1030p.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lindsay

21 Jan 2026

Roderick

19 Jan 2026

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

Wotif's Latest Trends

Hotels

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Photo gallery for Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

View all photos for 2 Double Bed Accessible Roll in Shower Mic Fridge

2 Double Bed Accessible Roll in Shower Mic Fridge

Queen Room

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed | Ada/Ri Shower/Micfridge

1 Queen Bed | Ada/Ri Shower/Micfridge

Room With Two Double Beds

View all photos for Guest Room With 2 Full Beds, Mini Fridge, Tub-Accessible

Guest Room With 2 Full Beds, Mini Fridge, Tub-Accessible

View all photos for 2 Full Beds | Micfridge

2 Full Beds | Micfridge

View all photos for Room With 2 Full Beds And Mini Fridge

Room With 2 Full Beds And Mini Fridge

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

About the area

El Cajon

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Similar properties

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Reviews

Reviews

Good

7.0/10

7.8/10

6.2/10

6.8/10